将
leader · commander · general · admiral · or · and again · soon · from now on · just about
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of bed and measure. Leading with measure.
Symbolism
General, future, shogi. Represents leading.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Deep in the forest
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
将を射んと欲すれば先ず馬を射よ
しょうをいんとほっすればまずうまをいよ
To shoot the general, first shoot his horse
To achieve a big goal, start with the periphery
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 将 mean in Japanese?
将 means leader, commander, general, admiral, or, and again, soon, from now on, just about.
How do you read 将?
On'yomi: ショウ、ソウ (SHOU, SOU). Kun'yomi: まさ.に、はた、まさ、ひきい.る、もって (masani, hata, masa, hikiiru, motte).
How many strokes does 将 have?
将 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 寸 (inch).
Is 将 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 将 (leader, commander, general, admiral, or, and again, soon, from now on, just about) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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